What is the cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Portpatrick?

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Portpatrick is to bus via Carlisle which costs £40 - £75 and takes 12h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nottingham to Portpatrick?

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Portpatrick is to drive which takes 5h 26m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Portpatrick?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham to Portpatrick. However, there are services departing from Greyfriar Gate and arriving at Post Office via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Halston Hotel, Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 54m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Portpatrick?

The distance between Nottingham and Portpatrick is 414 miles. The road distance is 284 miles.

How do I travel from Nottingham to Portpatrick without a car?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Portpatrick without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 10h 59m and costs £65 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Nottingham to Portpatrick?

It takes approximately 10h 59m to get from Nottingham to Portpatrick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Portpatrick bus from?

Nottingham to Portpatrick bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Greyfriar Gate station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Portpatrick?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Portpatrick is to train via Manchester which takes 10h 59m and costs £65 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via Carlisle, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 12h 54m.

Where does the Nottingham to Portpatrick bus arrive?

Nottingham to Portpatrick bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Portpatrick?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Portpatrick is 284 miles. It takes approximately 5h 26m to drive from Nottingham to Portpatrick.

Where can I stay near Portpatrick?

There are 191+ hotels available in Portpatrick.

Nottingham to Portpatrick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Nottingham to Portpatrick by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
10h 59m
£68–213
Bus via Carlisle
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Greyfriar Gate to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotel
3. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
12h 54m
£43–73
Drive 282.4 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Portpatrick282.4 mi
5h 26m
£70–101
Train
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Chesterfield
2. Take the train from Chesterfield to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
11h 37m
£160–474
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station180 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
13h 31m

Nottingham to Portpatrick by train, foot, and bus

35Weekly Services

10h 59mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Nottingham to Portpatrick.

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Distance: 411.2 mi
Duration: 10h 59m

What companies run services between Nottingham, England and Portpatrick, Scotland?

You can take a train from Nottingham to South Crescent via Manchester Piccadilly, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie in around 10h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriar Gate to Post Office via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Halston Hotel, Buchanan Bus Station, and Port Rodie in around 12h 54m.

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